Talent Acquisition Programs Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Programs Specialist

Job Location: Irvine, CA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $40.02hr - $43.02hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or equivalent field required.
• 2-4 years of HR or recruitment experience required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, and employee referrals.
• Screen applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education and job skills.
• Prepare and maintain employment records.
• Contact applicants to inform them of employment possibilities, consideration, and selection.
• Inform potential applicants about facilities, operations, benefits, and job or career opportunities in organizations.
• Provide critical support across high-volume early career programs.
• Oversee Co-Op program recruitment and management.
• Schedule and coordinate campus interviews with technical interviewers.
• Plan and execute Fall recruitment events, including career fairs, tech talks,
• Coordinate training for campus ambassadors and interviewers for the Fall 2026 cycle.
• Support SHPE Conference in October 2026.
• Assist with the new rotational development program in Draper.
• Provide ongoing University Relations operational support, including logistics, onboarding coordination, and materials management.

Skills:

• Experience in university recruiting or high-volume requisition management.
• Strong event planning and operational coordination skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to partner effectively across stakeholders.
• Verbal and written communication skills, negotiation skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one s time.
• Basic knowledge of legal policies and procedures related to hiring practices and other work-related activities.
• Basic knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection and training.
• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.